Desk/Field Producer

NewsNation is looking for a Desk/Field Producer to join NewsNation’s newsgathering team. The desk/field producer will work directly with correspondents and photojournalists to conduct research, pitch stories, arrange shoots and interviews, gather affiliate elements or as needed write and produce segments, coordinate with show teams, graphics department, and editors. The hybrid role is ideal for someone who is editorially savvy, a skilled broadcast writer, creative storyteller, can ably handle logistics, and is able to collaborate and coordinate across teams. The role alternates between in-house in our Washington, DC newsroom and field producing.

Requirements & Skills:

Be able to conduct accurate, timely, and well-sourced research

Be able to come up with timely, and unique story and guest ideas

Be able to coordinate interviews and shoots for the field team

Be able to gather elements from affiliates, agencies, social media, etc.

Be able to help build out live hits, segments, and packages

Be an effective conduit between the field team, the show team, and the assignment desk clearly communicating needs and expectations

Be proactive about solving problems efficiently and effectively

Field producing on location will be expected

Works with the correspondent on enterprise and future stories as needed

Ability to assist with booking travel

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

At least five years of news production experience

Strong organizational, and people skills are a must

Must be able to manage multiple tasks and work under deadline pressure

Must be able to work varied shifts: nights, overnights or early mornings

Ability to travel for work, often with no prior notice

Must have a valid driver's license as driving will often be required